The reason negative emotions burn out so very slowly in us is because we keep igniting them with old, unpleasant memories.

If your paramount concern in life is to make sure everyone likes and approves of you, you’re going to find yourself running in circles for the rest of your life.

If your paramount concern in life is to make sure everyone likes and approves of you, I’m sorry to say you’re going to find yourself running in circles for the rest of your life.

Some people may decide to hate you for no reason simply because your confidence reminds them of their insecurities.